HP brings their multi-touch technology to the convertible notebook market with the introduction of the HP TouchSmart tx2 Notebook PC. Featuring “capacitive multi-touch technology, you’ll be able to interact with the tx2 using gestures such as pinch, rotate, arc, flick, press and drag, and single/double tap. Since it’s a convertible notebook, you’ll be able to interact with the tx2 in three different modes – PC, display, and tablet. Specs include the following:
- AMD Turion X2 Ultra Dual Core Mobile Processor or AMD Turion X2 Dual Core Mobile Processor
- Windows Vista Home Premium
- 12.1 inch BrightView LED display
- HP Imprint “Reaction” design
- Features HP MediaSmart digital entertainment software suite which allows users to “more naturally select, organize, and manipulate digital files”
- ATI Radeon HD 3200 graphics
- LightScribe SuperMulti 8X DVD+-R/RW with DL support
- 250GB to 400GB 5400 RPM SATA HDD
- 3GB to 8GB of DDR2 memory
- Webcam
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
- Bluetooth
- Altec Lansing stereo speakers
- ExpressCard/34 slot
- 6 or 8 cell lithium ion battery
- Measures 8.82 x 12.05 x 1.23 inches and weighs 4.65 lbs
You can order the HP TouchSmart tx2 convertible notebook either at HP shopping or at Amazon.com wit a starting price of $1149.
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Written by flung on November 19th, 2008 with no comments.
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Lenovo introduced two new ThinkPad models today - the ThinkPad X200s business class notebook and the ThinkPad X200 Tablet PC. Both systems feature lightweight designs and a long running battery life. The X200s is Lenovo’s lightest business class notebook as well as the system with the longest running battery life. The X200 is Lenovo’s lightest Tablet PC ever with nearly 50 percent longer battery life than previous models.
Here’s what you need to know about the ThinkPad X200s:
- Supports Intel Centrino 2 with vPro technology
- Up to Intel Core Duo SL9400 processor
- Windows Vista Ultimate
- 12.1 inch widescreen display
- 80GB 5400 RPM HDD
- Select models are reinforced with Lenovo’s carbon and glass fibre top cover roll cage
- Optional SSD drives with up to 128GB of storage capacity
- LED backlit display
- Ultra-Wideband functionality
- Bluetooth support
- Optional nine-cell battery
- Optional Blu-ray DVD player
- Wi-Fi support
As for the ThinkPad X200 Tablet PC, you have the following:
- Weighs only 3.5 lbs
- Some models have more than 10 hours of battery life
- Low voltage version of Intel Centrino 2 with vPro technology
- Up to Intel Core Duo SL9400 LV processor
- 12.1 inch widescreen display
- 80GB 5400 RPM HDD
- Optional SSD drives with up to 128GB of storage capacity
- LED backlit displays
- GPS
- Ultra-wideband functionality
- Mobile Broadband support
- Wi-Fi
- Full sized keyboard
- Dual swivel screen - allows users to turn the screen in either direction
- Dual array digital microphones reduce ambient noise with noise-canceling software
- Built-in camera
- Recognizes pen or finger touch
ThinkPad X200s notebook models start at $2242 while ThinkPad X200 Tablet PC models start at $2323. The X200s will be available this month while the X200 will be available in October.
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Written by flung on September 24th, 2008 with no comments.
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Fujitsu’s got a couple of new tablet-style Windows PCs it is showcasing related to the recent Intel Centrino 2 processor. These are the LifeBook T5010 and LifeBook T1010 tablet PCs, with pricing beginning around $1,770 and $1,300, respectively.
Both the LifeBook T5010 and LifeBook T1010 tablet PCs sport 13.3-inch displays, a convertible form factor and touchscreen interfaces. You can read more about these after the jump via Fujitsu’s full press release.
Fujitsu Showcases Tablet Computing Design Expertise Introducing Two New Thin and Light 13.3-Inch Widescreen Convertibles
Intel® Centrino® 2 Processor Technology Powers Next-Generation LifeBook T Series Convertibles
SUNNYVALE, CA–(Marketwire - July 15, 2008) - Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation has once again demonstrated its tablet computing design expertise, today announcing the availability of the 13.3-inch widescreen, LifeBook(R) T5010 and LifeBook T1010 convertible tablet PCs equipped with the next-generation Intel(R) Centrino(R) 2 processor technology. Among the lightest 13.3-inch display convertibles on the market, the new tablet PCs are designed for on-the-go mobile users who require the flexibility of a tablet for note-taking or navigating through forms-based applications, along with the traditional keyboard input of a notebook computer.
The 4.5-pound LifeBook T5010 convertible tablet PC, the successor to the flagship LifeBook T4220 convertible, supports Intel(R) Centrino(R) 2 with vPro(TM) technology, offering security and remote manageability on a chip. The value-priced 5.3-pound LifeBook T1010 tablet PC, a new Fujitsu offering, includes the same performance and many of the same features as the LifeBook T5010 tablet PC, but without the high-end security features mainstream consumers, small businesses, and educational institutions don’t need.
“Mobile users want larger screens to view more information, but have a desire to minimize the associated weight and size creep — and this is exactly what the LifeBook T5010 and LifeBook T1010 convertible notebooks deliver,” said Paul Moore, senior director of mobile product management, Fujitsu Computer Systems. “Whether for a student taking notes in class, a healthcare provider making rounds, or a salesperson constantly on the road, we have a Fujitsu convertible tablet PC for every price point and computing requirement. We’ve covered all the bases with these two new platforms. It’s what we do, and we do it very well.”
“The Fujitsu tablet PC is essential to the day-to-day patient care in Marshfield Clinic’s completely chartless environment,” said Carl Christensen, chief information officer at Marshfield Clinic, one of the largest private, multi-specialty health care practices in the United States, which recently completed a three-year rollout of 2,500 Fujitsu tablet PCs. “Our staff uses Fujitsu tablet PCs almost everywhere from exam rooms to physician offices.”
The LifeBook T5010 and LifeBook T1010 convertible tablet PCs feature a bi-directional display hinge that turns the screen in both directions for maximum flexibility, and they benefit from the latest Intel enhancements in performance and battery life. The notebooks feature flexible options for wireless connectivity, including next-generation Intel(R) wireless draft-N or Atheros N for connection speeds up to three times faster than current 802.11n-based solutions, optional Bluetooth v2.1, and optional wireless WAN. Integrated wireless WAN will be offered as an option starting next quarter. A spill-resistant keyboard helps guard against damage from common on-the-go spills, and the Fujitsu Shock Sensor hard drive system helps protect the hard drive from damage during a sudden jolt or unexpected drop.
The LifeBook T1010 tablet PC, with a stylish silver gloss cover, features a 13.3-inch widescreen WXGA LCD touch screen with a built-in Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer and Webcam. The LifeBook T5010 tablet PC, which comes with the traditional black cover, features a 13.3-inch WXGA LED active digitizer-enabled backlit display with a stylus for easy pen-driven navigation. In addition to the standard 6-cell battery, the LifeBook T5010 tablet PC offers a flexible modular bay that can house a second battery, second hard drive, or optical drive. The LifeBook T5010 tablet PC is also packed with a full complement of security features, including Trusted Platform Module, biometric fingerprint sensor, Fujitsu Portshutter(TM) data leak prevention software, two-level BIOS and HDD password protection, support for Absolute Software’s Computrace(R) computer theft recovery solution, and Smart Card slot. The LifeBook T5010 tablet PC also features Intel(R) vPro(TM) technology, which provides advanced security and remote manageability capabilities.
Availability and Pricing
The LifeBook T5010 and LifeBook T1010 tablet PCs with Intel(R) Centrino(R) 2 processor technology are available to order immediately. The LifeBook T5010 with the Intel(R) vPro(TM) technology will be available in 30 days.
The LifeBook T5010 tablet PC is priced at $1,769(1) for a base configuration. Users can choose from a recommended configuration, or they can customize their LifeBook T5010 tablet PC using the Fujitsu Configure To Order (CTO) program. The LifeBook T1010 tablet PC starts at $1,299(1) with a $50 mail-in rebate.
Both notebooks are available through the Fujitsu direct sales force, website, channel partners and select retail outlets(2). See http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/store/index.shtml for further information.
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Written by Nino Marchetti on July 22nd, 2008 with no comments.
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The folks at NotebookReview.com have published a comprehensive review of the HP Pavilion tx2500z Tablet PC here on their website. The HP Pavilion tx2500z is a relatively inexpensive Table PC with prices starting at $899.99. Specs include:
- 12.1 inch touch-screen display
- Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1
- AMD Turion 64 X2 dual core processor
- Optional fingerprint reader
- Up to 250GB HDD
- CD/DVD burner
- High gloss black case with “Echo” pattern
- 802.11 b/g wireless LAN
- Optional Verizon Wireless V740 1XEVDO PC ExpressCard
- Optional webcam
- Three USB 2.0 ports, ExpressCard/34 slot, S-Video, VGA, Consumer IR, and 5-in1 media card reader
Here’s what NotebookReview thought of the system:
College students and other consumers should be happy with all the features the tx2500 packs, especially considering it’s available for under $1,000.
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Written by flung on July 17th, 2008 with no comments.
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Gigabyte today launched a new Gigabyte Netbook M912V tablet PC that comes with a 8.9-inch swivel touch screen display and Intel Atom 1.6GHz processor with Intel 945GSE chipset. The tablet also adopts 2.5 inch 160GB SATA hard drive, 1GB DDR2 RAM, Express Card slot, optional HSDPA, and a built-in 1.3MP webcam. Other features include 3x USB ports, dual 1.5 watt speakers, Bluetooth, and 802.11b/g wireless. The Netbook M912V will be available later this month for $699. [PCLaunches via Laptop Blog]
Written by Joe Gadget on July 9th, 2008 with no comments.
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GIGABYTE is taking a slightly different spin on the netbook concept with the introduction of the M912V Tablet PC. The M912V features the following specs:
- Intel Atom 1.6GHz processor
- 8.9 inch LCD panel with WXGA resolution (1280 x 768) and LED backlight
- Convertible design
- Intel 945GSE chipset
- 2.5 inch SATA HDD available in 120GB to 250GB storage capacities
- Built-in 1.3 megapixel webcam
- 2 x 1.5 watt speakers
- 1GB RAM
- Bluetooth 2.0
- 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi
- Measures 235 x 180 x 28-42mm
- 3.5 hour battery life
- Weighs 1.3kg
- Available in either Windows XP or Windows Vista Home Basic
- Available also in Linux
It’s certainly nice to see a company introduce a netbook that doesn’t look like a traditional notebook. The GIGABYTE M912V is due out later this month and will supposedly have a price tag of $699.
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Written by flung on July 8th, 2008 with no comments.
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Fujitsu’s LifeBook T5010 tablet PC is powered by Intel’s Centrino 2 “Montevina” mobile platform, a 13.3 inch LED Backlit Active Digitizer display with a resolution of 1,280 x 800 pixels, 45nm Intel Core 2 processor, 2GB of DDR3 system memory, Intel integrated graphics processor, 120GB hard drive, a built-in DVD burner, 802.11 a/g/n wireless module and Bluetooth connectivity. The tablet PC also features a fingerprint reader to secure your sensitive data. The T5010 will be available this August for $1,099, depending on the specs. [Laptoping via Laptop Blog]
Written by Joe Gadget on June 19th, 2008 with no comments.
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The Tablet PC Stand/Dock allows for swivel, rotation, tilt orientations and height adjustment. The stand also contains power, multiple USB, audio in/out, keyboard, and mouse connections. Other features include multiple USB 2.0 ports, integrated keyboard and mouse connections and audio in/out. As usual, there is no word yet on pricing or availability. [Product Page via Laptop Blog]
Written by Joe Gadget on June 14th, 2008 with no comments.
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